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Autore di Texas on My Mind [with bonus story: 'What Happens on the Ranch']
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Marin and her six-year-old ward were spectators at the air show. Young Leo is an avid fan of Blue and believes that Blue is his father. Marin needs Blue's help to show Leo the truth without hurting him.
I enjoyed Marin and Blue's first meeting. His good looks and rogueish charm stirred Marin up. Blue was blown away by Marin's beauty and stunned by the news she brought. Although Blue is not Leo's dad, I liked that he wanted to help the little boy. Marin works with abused horses, and the Donnellys had just rescued several from a neighbor, so they hired her to work with them on their ranch. This gives Marin steady work, Leo a safe and exciting place to live, and Blue needs distractions as he recovers from his injuries.
I enjoyed watching the relationship develop between Blue and Marin. Neither was looking for anything. Marin has trust issues with men, and Blue will return to his base as soon as he is fit. As the story developed and I got to know the characters, it was easy to see how right Marin and Blue are for each other, even though the obstacles seem insurmountable. Complicating matters, Leo's real dad shows up, threatening to take Leo away from Marin. I could feel Marin's fear over what Brian would do, and I loved the support she got from Blue and the rest of the Donnellys.
The more time Marin and Blue spent together, the stronger the sparks between them grew. Each knew giving in to them was a bad idea, but neither had the strength or resolve to resist. Besides his growing feelings for Marin, Blue must also face uncertainty about his future. If his injuries don't heal enough to allow him to return to the life he loves, can he be happy doing anything else? I ached for Blue and the range of emotions he experienced as he faced a possibly life-changing decision. The ending was terrific.
I also enjoyed the Donnely family dynamics. The siblings are all stand-up characters with a deep-rooted sense of honor and family. Combining military careers with ranching is difficult, but they make it work. I liked seeing more of Egan (Heart Like a Cowboy) and his lady, Alanna. Blue's other brother, Cal, and his sister, Remi, appear in this book as their military duties allow. We also get to catch up with the elder Donnelly, who is recovering from a heart attack, and his wife, Audrey, an Air Force general. A twist involving them in the latter part of the book throws the entire family for a loop. I loved young Leo, whose hero worship of Blue was sweet. I enjoyed seeing him wiggle his way into everyone's hearts.
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There’s alot to unpack in Emerald Creek, Texas as this first installment proves. When the Donnelly patriarch has a major health crisis, his oldest son has to face his own demons upon his return to town to take the reins of the family ranch...temporarily...or so he tells himself. Haunted by the death of his best friend, and seriously attracted to his widow and his former sister-in-law, Egan’s journey to find peace and happiness is a page turner full of intriguing main and secondary character that promise this series will be a must read!
Jack's widow, Alana, has mixed feelings since his death. She is grieving his loss because she loved him, but she's also angry over his infidelity. She also feels guilty because they argued about that infidelity right before his death.
I enjoyed seeing the relationship develop between Egan and Alana. With Egan home and Alana caring for his dad at the ranch, they are thrown together often. It doesn't take long for them to realize they are attracted to each other. But there are obstacles to their relationship. Alana's mother-in-law, Tilly, believes that Alana will always be "Jack's wife" and expects Alana to play the part of a grieving widow at the upcoming celebration of Jack's wife. Egan used to be married to Alana's sister, making things a bit awkward. Add the rampant gossip in the small town, and both feel the pressure.
I liked that Egan and Alana were honest with each other about their feelings and reservations. That openness prevented misunderstandings and kept the focus on what they wanted. I ached for both when Tilly's grief and mama bear blindness to Jack's faults caused problems for them. I liked how Alana stood up for Egan against Tilly's vitriol. The emotional storm came to a head with an unexpected revelation. I loved how Alana and Egan faced things together, realizing it gave them greater strength. The only question remained: what would happen when Egan's leave was up?
I liked meeting Egan's siblings and look forward to reading their stories.
When Kim awakened from yet another nightmare about that night, she knew she couldn't go back to sleep. While going through her stack of mail, she discovered another letter - the eighth one received over several years. All said the same thing, "Help me. Please help me," and were addressed to "Kimmie." She first calls Theo, who took over as sheriff when Grayson retired. As if the letter wasn't bad enough, a scream from outside her home had them rushing to investigate. Hiding in Kim's barn is a terrified young woman who claims to be Theo's missing sister, Faith.
Within hours, Theo confirmed that she was Faith. A man shows up, claiming to be Faith's fiancé and saying that she escaped from a mental hospital. Someone shoots at Kim, Theo, and Faith through a hospital window. A man set to go on trial for domestic abuse (prosecuted by ADA Kim) is a person of interest. Is the murderer/kidnapper trying to cover his tracks, or is this an enemy of Kim's or Theo's? The twists and turns of this investigation kept me glued to the pages as Theo and Kim uncovered the truth behind that night. As usual with the author's books, there are many questions, multiple suspects, and plenty of suspense right up to the final confrontation.
I enjoyed watching the relationship develop between Kim and Theo. There has always been something there, but their shared trauma has kept them apart. Their chemistry is evident from the start, as is the emotional baggage that makes them avoid each other whenever possible. But working together on this case begins to break down those walls, as does Faith's reappearance. I loved watching their shields drop as they gave in to their feelings for each other. I loved the scene at the end when Nate saw them together and muttered, "It's about time."
One of the best things about this series and this book was seeing so many of the characters from the first series become part of the story. These men may be retired, but they are still law enforcement down to the bone. They are also Rylands and will always be there to support one of their own.
Sheriff Brandon Ruiz needs to gain Willa’s trust, and fast. So he and the police concoct a lie to gain her cooperation—they claim Brandon is her ex-boyfriend and the father of her child. Brandon gets more than he bargained for—her trust and her problems—and now everyone around them is a possible murder suspect.
I definitely liked Willa. She’s strong and smart, but she let her new bodyguard take the lead too often.
I’m surprised Brandon never rode a horse, given the book title. The story takes place in Texas, but could’ve been set anywhere. He cared for Willa, wanting to protect her and the baby, but he kept at an emotional distance from her for a long while.
I love romantic suspense books, but this one focuses more on suspense and intrigue than it does on romance. Sexual attraction and worry over the baby, however, drew the couple together.
The shoot-out and bomb explosions in the town were entertaining, but hard to visualize. The ending wasn’t very clear, but I got the gist.
Overall, I liked the story for the suspense, but I wish there would’ve been more romance.
3 Stars
Fourteen years later, Noah is a San Antonio detective, and Everly is a lawyer in their hometown of Silver Creek. The book starts with a rush of intensity as Everly discovers a bloody box on her front porch. When she calls 911, the sheriff arrives, and with him is Noah, who has also received a mysterious package. His contained the bloody clothes of the murder victim he is currently investigating. Everly's contains an envelope with "Everly, you're next" written on it.
Upon investigation, Noah and Everly discovered that there were several other murders with similar MOs, causing them to believe there was a vigilante killer on the loose. As they dug deeper, they identified several suspects and found more questions than answers. Attacks that increased in intensity also increased their frustration as they attempted to determine the actual killer. There was also a twist involving the accident that Noah and Everly were involved in that caused some changes in the investigation. The final confrontation came when Everly's house was bombed, and the killer kidnapped her. I loved her determination to fight back and how that changed the odds of her survival. That confrontation was a nail-biter and had me on the edge of my seat until it was over.
Spending time together on the investigation meant spending a lot of time together. Noah and Everly quickly discovered that their attraction was as strong as ever. But neither believes that they can have a life together because of the memories of that tragic accident when they were teenagers. As the days went on and they spent more and more time together, their attraction and feelings continued to grow. I loved Noah's protectiveness toward Everly and her daughter. I also liked seeing how sweet he was with little Ainsley. Ultimately, it takes realizing that they don't want to let the past dictate the future they want together. I look forward to seeing them in future books in the series.
The Silver Creek Sheriff's Department is working hard to identify a killer. The case is especially creepy because the female victims are all found wearing masks with Ava's face. The mayor isn't happy with the lack of progress and calls in a Texas Ranger to assist. That Ranger is Harley Ryland, who happens to be Ava's ex-boyfriend and the father of her unborn child.
Ava parted ways with Harley over a disagreement about her politician father's illegal activities about the same time she discovered she was pregnant. She is adamant that they are done as a couple but will still co-parent their child. But as they work together to solve the case, it becomes increasingly obvious that they still have feelings for each other. Harley must carefully balance his protectiveness with respect for Ava's abilities while not pushing too hard to resume their relationship. Ava must realize that leaning on him for support doesn't make her weak. I loved the ending and how they saw that they belonged together.
The suspense of the story was excellent. The author has a formula that works well, and this book was no exception. As they delve into the investigation, secrets from Ava's past that may be connected to the murders are revealed. Ava and Harley identify several suspects, each with motive and means. There were twists and turns and intensifying danger as they came closer to identifying the killer. The final confrontation was a nail-biter, and I was glued to the pages as it played out. The resolution was well done.
There were some intriguing family dynamics in this book. I understood why Ava distances herself from her father. Besides his questionable ethics, she has a long-standing grudge against him for something that happened when she was a teenager. One of the twists in the story turns out to be a good one, and I enjoyed seeing how it played out at the end. I also liked seeing more of the Rylands. Grayson makes a brief appearance, and seeing him remind Harley to visit his parents was amusing.
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Adalyn and Nolan have not only been through so much tragedy individually, but their relationship has also been through so much trauma. They broke up because of what happened to Nolan's father and Adalyn felt so much guilt over it all. And Nolan was dealing with his own grief. Their relationship faded into the background until it was no more. But the chemistry and the feelings between them certainly didn't go away. And they absolutely didn't fade in the slightest. Delores Fossen has a way of writing that makes you feel like you are a fly on the wall to all of the scenes you are reading and it's magical.
The action was spot-on and kept me completely involved. After all this time, I think I was as eager as Nolan and Cody to take down the Grave Digger. It feels like I've been right there solving the mysteries with them. This is the fourth Law in Lubbock County book and I do strongly recommend that you read the first three. Not only so you have the complete story behind what is going on, but because they are all absolutely amazing and all have great stories and mysteries that are sure to pull you in. Each one is just as incredible as the one before it and you won't be sorry you checked them out! I received a free ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest thoughts and review.
Ruby and Brennan get quite a shock when his son and her daughter get married two weeks before they're supposed to leave for college. Neither Brennan nor Ruby makes any secret of their dismay at their kids' impulsive action, but they also know there's nothing they can do about it. Moreover, Vivian and Seth point out that their parents obviously still have feelings for each other, and it's time they did something about it.
The rekindling of their relationship takes place over a few days as they spend time together exploring the attraction that never died. Older and wiser, they spend some time talking about the past. I liked their acknowledgment of mistakes made and lessons learned as they look toward a future together. There's an interesting twist involving Vivian and Seth at the end of the book.
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Lily is the owner of Wild Springs Ranch. Her daughter Hayden is fourteen years old. When Lily was a teenager, she fell in love with Griff. When Griff died right after learning Lily was pregnant, her grief was devastating. Cam, a good friend of hers and Griff's offered to marry her and claim the baby as his. Though the marriage ended quickly, Lily never told Hayden the truth. She knows she should, but the time never seemed right. Then a note appears in the mailbox, claiming that "Dad" wants to tell the truth. Lily is panicking, knowing she must tell Hayden before Cam shows up. Her ranch foreman and business partner, Jonas, is Griff's older brother, and she knows he needs to hear the truth from her.
Jonas is a widower with a fourteen-year-old stepson he's raised since the boy was two. He thinks of Eli as his son, no "step" about it. Jonas and Eli have a terrific relationship. Eli's mother, Maggie, was the love of Jonas's life, and he still grieves her loss. Maggie never talked about Eli's father, only saying he was bad news and not in their lives. Jonas has long suspected that Hayden is his niece but has never said anything to Lily.
Matters become highly complicated when Lily calls the number on the note and discovers it isn't her ex on the other end of the line. Instead, it is Eli's father, Bentley, who claims he never knew he had a son and wants to be part of Eli's life. I ached for Jonas, who was gutted by the thought of this man taking Eli away. I understood his wariness of a man who seems to appear out of nowhere after so many years. It was hard to see Eli's happiness at getting to know his bio dad when it was apparent how hard it was on Jonas.
Meanwhile, Lily tries to work up the courage to tell Hayden the truth. That choice is taken out of her hands by another anonymous note, this one attached to Hayden's bedroom window. I ached for Lily and Hayden as Hayden's feelings of betrayal drove a wedge between her and her mother. I liked how Lily's patience and understanding paid off. The emotions of the cemetery scene were a two-tissue event.
During this time of upheaval, Lily and Jonas lean on each other for support. Both are shocked to discover that under their long-standing friendship, there now burns an undeniable attraction. They try to fight their feelings, afraid of doing something that would destroy their friendship and make their partnership awkward at best. I loved seeing how their mutual support and understanding grew into so much more until they could no longer resist. I loved the ending and seeing them surrender to the love they couldn't deny.
Meanwhile, Jonas and Lily have reservations about Bentley and his sudden interest in Eli. The more I saw of him, the more I agreed that there seemed to be something off about him. I understood Jonas's fear that he was projecting his personal feelings and appreciated that he didn't interfere with Eli's desire to get to know Bentley. What happened in the end wasn't much of a surprise, but I hurt for Eli and his disillusionment.
A secondary storyline in the book is the town's tradition of picking one person to research someone buried in the town graveyard. This year's research project falls to Lily, and the subject is the town founder, Hezzie Parkman. Even this won't be the easy project Lily hoped for, as Hezzie had more than a few skeletons in her closet. Not everyone is happy about those secrets being made public, and Lily has to walk a fine line. I laughed out loud at some things old Hezzie got up to in her day. Her photography exploits were especially notable, and seeing reactions to the pictures was fun. I liked how Lily found a way to display honesty and discretion in her report.
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Jesse is the adopted son of Boone Ryland and has been a deputy with the Silver Creek Sheriff's Department for eight years. The newest challenge for the department is apprehending escaped prisoner Bull Freeman, murderer and member of a terrorist militia. This manhunt is personal for Jesse because Bull shot Jesse's ex and nearly killed her and their unborn son. Hanna survived, but her memories of the time before the shooting are gone - including her night with Jesse. Jesse spends as much time as Hanna will allow with their son and hopes she will eventually see him as more than Evan's father.
Hanna is a strong woman, independent and self-sufficient. She walks a careful line between her body's memories of Jesse and the fact that she no longer knows him. Part of the problem is that her mother has a grudge against the Rylands and does her best to poison Hanna's mind against him. But Hanna's instincts tell her she can trust him, which is a good thing when she learns of Bull's escape. Jesse moves into her house to provide around-the-clock protection until Bull is recaptured.
The suspense of the story is outstanding and full of twists. Someone is out to get Hanna, and suspicion immediately falls on Bull, who supposedly wants to ensure Hanna never remembers what happened that day. Matters take an unexpected turn when Bull contacts Jesse to tell him they all are in danger, and he's about to blow the militia case wide open. Can Bull's bombshell declaration be trusted? As Jesse, Hanna, and Evan hole up in Hanna's house, with plenty of backup from the rest of the department and Jesse's family, steadily intensifying attacks bring other suspects to light. Is the ATF agent, Shaw, on the up and up, or does he have a hidden agenda? Is Bull's sister, Marlene, an innocent victim, or does she know more than she's telling? Even Hanna's mom acts suspiciously.
I was glued to the pages from start to finish as I tried to decide who the real bad guy was. The author does an outstanding job of providing logical motivations and actions and enough doubt to keep me guessing to the end. The final confrontation was a nail-biter and kept me on the edge of my seat as Jesse and Hanna faced off with the person pulling the strings of the militia. The showdown was intense, and the teamwork of Jesse, Hanna, and the other law enforcement ensured a successful outcome.
I enjoyed watching the relationship between Jesse and Hanna develop. We learn early on that their night together was supposed to be a one-and-done, as neither was interested in anything permanent. But a birth control failure resulted in Hanna becoming pregnant. Despite interference from her mother, Hanna keeps Jesse in the loop about her pregnancy. Hanna was in the wrong place at the wrong time, resulting in her injury and subsequent memory loss. That loss has made Hanna wary, but watching Jesse interact with Evan convinces her he is a good man. While Jesse has clearly fallen in love with Hanna, she continues to keep him at arm's length. Jesse doesn't realize that Hanna's attraction to him continues to grow, though she is hesitant to do anything about it. Because they are forced into 24/7 togetherness, Hanna can work through the fears that hold her back. I especially enjoyed the flashes of returning memory and their effect on her feelings for Jesse. I loved the ending and seeing them find their way together at last.
I'm looking forward to the rest of the series, getting to know more of this generation of Rylands, and seeing more of the original ones.
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Alana had multiple failed relationships, including one marriage and two engagements. For six months, she's sworn off men, concentrating on healing her heart. She wasn't tempted to break the rules until Gray returned to town and realized she'd never gotten over him.
Gray came home after finding out his life had been a lie. An inheritance from his biological mother has thrown everything he thought he knew upside down. His burning questions are: why didn't his mother want him? And who is his father?
I loved the first meeting between Alana and Gray. She went to the cemetery to get a picture of a tombstone for her research, and she did not expect to find Gray there, looking at the same tombstone. She never saw the reason coming when he dropped the bombshell that Sadie Jo had been his mother. Gray only took a minute to accept that he needed Alana to help him make sense of things the way she used to do when they were in school. I liked seeing Gray open up to Alana about the shock, his feelings on the matter, and his mixed feelings on what to do with his inheritance.
Then there was the heat between them, despite their long separation. I liked their honesty about what separated them: Her parents didn't like him and wouldn't have accepted him, even though Alana wouldn't have broken things off. He didn't want that miserable circumstance for them, so he left. Now he's back and needs Alana's help and support to deal with what lies before him.
I enjoyed seeing the rekindling of the relationship between Gray and Alana. They are older and better able to handle the obstacles that stopped them before. The heat between them is even more intense than it had been before. They can't be together for long before that heat bursts into flame and pulls them together, though interruptions stop them from giving in more often. I loved Alana's empathy, understanding of Gray's turmoil, and ability to help him work through his feelings. That becomes critical when Gray learns the truth about his biological dad.
I ached for Gray and the betrayal he felt. He had a lot to consider, from accepting the truth of his birth to whether to keep the ranch. I loved the ending and seeing that Gray and Alana realized that their heat has its foundation in the love they have always felt for each other.
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Dax is a bull rider with a reputation for his romantic exploits. He's never made any question of his disinterest in relationships of any kind. He's understandably shocked when Lorelei tells him that he may be little Stellie's father.
I thought the impetus behind Lorelei's research into Stellie's birth mother was interesting. Every quarter, the town draws the name of someone buried in their cemetery to research and report on so that person isn't forgotten. Lorelei never anticipated the can of worms waiting when she started her project. Dana Smith turned out to be someone very different from the down-on-her-luck jewelry maker she portrayed herself as. Uncovering her identity opened Lorelei up to her worst nightmare - the possibility of someone taking her daughter away.
I liked Lorelei. She's a strong woman who isn't afraid to go after what she wants. She owns a successful business and has close relationships with her family and friends. The only thing she doesn't have is a man in her life. She has trust issues stemming back to an incident with her college boyfriend. She loves being a mother to Stellie and wants what is best for her.
I liked Dax, too. He has a reputation but has started moving past his reckless younger self. He is a successful bull rider who also raises bulls for rodeo work. After years of injuries, Dax realizes that it's time to retire before he does himself permanent damage. Dax has some secrets from his past that have convinced him that a family is not in his future.
Matters quickly become complicated when Dax remembers Stellie's mother, who used a different name. When they take that information to the sheriff, he discovers that Valerie Ford had parents and a husband. This is a blow to Lorelei, who could lose custody of Stellie to her grandparents or Valerie's husband if he turns out to be the father. I ached for Lorelei, who was devastated by the news. Though Dax is in no hurry to become a father, he hates to see Lorelei's distress and immediately does a paternity test. I loved how he showed up at her house that night to keep her company and provide moral support. That was especially important when Valerie's parents and husband showed up the next day. The parents were okay, but the husband, Aaron, was obnoxious and had all the hallmarks of an abuser.
I loved Dax's protectiveness toward Lorelei. Despite what he thinks of himself, he has a deep core of goodness, and watching out for Lorelei and Stellie is a no-brainer. What neither counts on is the strength of the attraction between them. Both try to fight it, but it isn't easy, especially with as much time as they spend together. I loved seeing them get to know each other, share the good and the bad in their lives, and grow closer. Neither wants to admit their feelings, though those around them can see them clearly.
There is a lot of stress as Dax and Lorelei join forces against Aaron. His methods stir up ghosts of the past, including using Lorelei's college boyfriend as his lawyer. I loved how Julian was so smug and condescending until he discovered that Lorelei wasn't the naïve college girl she used to be. There were several great scenes where either she or Dax got the better of him, which was fantastic. There were times when things looked dark for Lorelei, but an unexpected revelation brought the case to a very satisfying conclusion.
Meanwhile, the heat between Dax and Lorelei continues to burn. Just when it looks like their lives are settling down, Dax receives devastating news that brings back his old fears. I hurt for him and its effect on his belief in himself. I loved Lorelei's support and attempt to make him see the truth. I loved the ending and seeing Dax talk about his "epiphany." The rodeo at the end was fantastic. I especially enjoyed the pre- and post-bull ride scenes between Dax and Lorelei. The conclusion was terrific. I hope to see more of them in future books.
If y’all follow me at all, you know romantic suspense is one of my guilty pleasures. I have read a couple by this author. All of her books are fast reads with pretty good characters. I have not read the others in this series and I may have to get them just because these are great travel books.
I loved Nolan Dalton. He and Adalyn have a great connection. I did feel the story is rushed in places. And…this is just my personal opinion, I wish the author could have come up with a better name for the villain. “The Grave Digger” is used way too much.
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I liked watching the rekindling of the relationship between Adalyn and Nolan. It is evident from the beginning that their attraction is as strong as ever, but neither can forget the circumstances that drove them apart. Adalyn still feels overwhelming guilt about Bill Dalton's death, and though Nolan doesn't hold her responsible, he hasn't been able to get past it. That won't stop him from keeping her safe while they look for the killer. The more time they spend together, the more he realizes he'd never stopped loving her. Meanwhile, Adalyn is sure they have no future together because of her connection to his father's murder. Both need to face that obstacle before they can move on. I loved the ending and seeing them look forward to a fresh start together.
The story's suspense had me glued to the pages from start to finish. Nolan and his partner, Cody, have been chasing the serial killer known as the Grave Digger for months. Adalyn's involvement added another layer of complexity, further complicated by the identity of the latest victim - Jeb Mercer's housekeeper, Caroline. When Jeb shows up, also having received a text from the killer, it becomes clear that the Grave Digger is playing a complicated game with them. Nolan is hit with a shocking secret about his past that throws everything he believes about who he is into question.
As Adalyn and Nolan dig deeper into the leads they uncover, the attacks against them escalate. Twists and turns and attempts at misdirection kept me turning the pages as they closed in on the identity of the Grave Digger. The final confrontation was a nail-biter, with Adalyn and Caroline in mortal danger and Nolan and the others racing to save them. The shocking identity of the killer and his motivations and manipulations added an extra layer of emotion to the conclusion.
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The book starts with a rush as Nick arrives home to find Hallie aiming a gun at him, desperate to discover if he was responsible for an attack on her and baby Davy. Several months earlier, they had been involved in shutting down a weapons/drug/baby trafficking ring and were wounded in the process. Hallie left the ATF to become a PI and is in the process of adopting Davy, but someone has other plans for the boy.
I loved the balance of romance and suspense in this book. Nick and Hallie worked together in the ATF for several years, and their sparks were undeniable. But as the team leader, having any relationship with Hallie was out of the question, so he suppressed those feelings. Like Nick, Hallie felt the same attraction but never acted on it. With that barrier gone, anything is possible - once the threat to them is gone.
I liked watching the relationship between Nick and Hallie develop. Because they already know each other well, the rapid progression is believable. I liked how moved Nick was by Hallie's obvious love for Davy and how quickly Davy wiggled into Nick's heart. Nick and Hallie grew closer as they worked together to discover who was behind the attacks, but it took nearly losing each other for them to realize how deep their feelings were.
The story's suspense had me glued to the pages from start to finish. From the beginning, the attacks clearly have something to do with the black market baby ring, but what is behind them? And why are Nick and Hallie being set up to look like they are involved in a cover-up? I could feel their frustration as every trail they followed led to a different suspect, and the attacks on them escalated in intensity. The final confrontation was a nail-biter as Nick and Hallie fought for their lives against someone determined to keep his secret.
I liked seeing more of Leigh and Cullen from Sheriff in the Saddle, as both played significant roles in this book. Now I can't wait to read the next book in the series.
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Cash is wary of Delaney and her story. She broke his heart when she left and doesn't intend to risk it again, but he can't help feeling protective of her. He'll do his best to keep her safe but keep his heart guarded while he does so.
The suspense was great and kept me hooked from start to finish. I could feel Delaney's fear from the first page, and her relief when she reached Cash. Cash can tell that she believes she is in danger, while others tell him it is all in her mind. But it isn't long before the threats to her life become obvious. Then it's a matter of figuring out who it is. There are several suspects, from the escaped murderer who blames her for his conviction to her own father, who disapproves of Delaney's relationship with Cash. The author excels at making each suspect look like the guilty one with logical motivations and ease of opportunity. I was on the edge of my seat as the attacks increased in intensity the closer Delaney and Cash came to finding out who it was. The final confrontation was a nail-biter as the three top suspects converged on Cash's ranch. Several twists occurred before the real bad guy was figured out and the threat stopped.
I enjoyed seeing the rekindling of Delaney and Cash's relationship. Cash's wariness was understandable but resisting the sparks between them was impossible. Delaney had had her reasons for breaking their engagement and still feels guilty about how she hurt him. She still loves him but staying away is the only way to keep him safe. I ached a bit for Delaney because everyone keeps warning Cash against her. The more time they spend together, the harder Cash fights his feelings but it is a losing battle. There are obstacles to overcome, such as their fathers' feud, but this time love has a better chance of winning if they can stay alive long enough. I loved the ending and seeing love win.
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When you think life at Saddlebrook Ranch in Emerald Creek, Texas can’t get more complicated, it does, as youngest son Blue finds out after he crash lands his fighter jet during a demonstration flight and is forced home to recover. Having woke up the news he’s got a ‘girlfriend’ and a son he previously knew nothing about he handles that gracefully while being riddled with guilt over the unintended fallout of his crash that hurt others. His only distraction is Marin and Leo, and making sure they stay where they belong when Leo’s actual father shows up with nefarious intentions. And that’s just a recap that barely scraps the surface among the goings on in the second installment of the series! A true page turner, I can’t wait for book three.